Roosevelt Mansfield
Roosevelt Mansfield loves manipulating light and exploring unconventional angles to evoke unique moods in his photography. Being self-taught, he embraces an intuitive approach, navigating through his imagination. Roosevelt’s philosophy defies constraints and rules where he believes in feeling, learning, experimenting and envisioning freely to create “ART.” He believes there’s no such thing as a master when there’s always something to learn. His creative influences are diverse, drawing inspiration from a multitude of creative minds and paying attention to life. Roosevelt’s photography is deeply influenced by the works of Jamel Shabaz and the late Gordon Parks. Their perspectives have helped shape his vision and approach to photography creating his style.
Roosevelt spotlights the often-overlooked natural beauty within communities of color, emphasizing the unique traits and challenges faced by young Black women, particularly in skin color and hair. Drawing inspiration from his own journey, he hopes to foster acceptance, empowerment and inclusivity by celebrating and showcasing the beauty inherent in diversity.